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Anxiety and Childhood Disability
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59924.asp

Anxiety in children can be due to any number of stresses and experiences, and may be felt to be a debilitating challenge even when the outward symptoms seem to be mild enough to be seen as a function of a child's personality. Strategies designed to support and accommodate children diagnosed with Anxiety Disorders can be very helpful tools for children experiencing short term anxiety reactions to stressful situations or traumatic events.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59924.asp

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Selective Mutism and Shyness
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Humor and Childhood Disability
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Sensory Processing Disorder
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art960.asp

Behavior as a Medical Symptom
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art56382.asp

Childhood Disability and Supporting Other Mothers
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59660.asp

Encouraging Late Talking Children
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art55867.asp

Baby Sign Language
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art49759.asp

Speech, Feeding Therapy, and Early Intervention
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art47296.asp

Raising a Sensory Smart Child - Book Review
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art57603.asp

California School Nurses and Diabetes Care
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59499.asp

Asking More from Medical Professionals
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art39121.asp

Thanksgiving and Children with Disabilities
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59415.asp

Affirmations: Expressing Affection and Acceptance
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art208.asp

Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art56919.asp

Sibling Support and Rivalry
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art33375.asp

Cousins of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art44239.asp

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Holiday Play and Crafts
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art48113.asp

Dolls for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art51720.asp

Holiday Parties and Gifts for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art46990.asp

Perfection, Gift Giving and Winter Activities
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art38276.asp

Holiday Party Planning
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art47060.asp

Severe Weather Events and Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art48466.asp

Winter Challenges for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art46706.asp

Grandparents and Holiday Visits
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art37114.asp

Teaching Math Skills
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art38411.asp

Reading and Literacy Skill Development
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art57331.asp

Teaching Children about Money
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art58960.asp

DIR Floortime Model Techniques
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art56206.asp

Barack Obama's Disability Advocacy Plan
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59299.asp

IEP Preparation - Teacher Support
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art44746.asp

Sarah Palin and Down Syndrome Awareness
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art58737.asp

Chicken Soup for the Soul - Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art52704.asp

Preparing for Emergencies - Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50320.asp

Communicating with Babies
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art54401.asp

Feeding Therapy for Children
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art56207.asp

Parenting Children With Health Issues: Essential
Tools, Tips, and Tactics
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art56840.asp